Chief Security Guard Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

A Chief Security Guard plays a critical role in the security industry. Their main responsibility is to oversee the security operations within an organization or facility. This includes developing and implementing security protocols, supervising a team of security personnel, conducting security audits, and responding to security emergencies. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal security laws and regulations and often liaise with law enforcement agencies.

Key skills for a Chief Security Guard include strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations, and a keen understanding of security systems and technologies. They should ideally have certifications such as the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) from ASIS International. Prior to becoming a Chief Security Guard, a person might have roles such as Security Guard, Security Officer, or Security Supervisor, gaining experience in various aspects of security operations.

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Security Shift Supervisor (200474)

  • Channel Partners
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Communication and approval of Daily reports Perform security patrols of designated areas by foot or vehicle....

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Building Security Supervisor (Part Time)

  • Madison Square Garden, Inc.
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate...

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Lead Field Supervisor -38011

  • Harvard Protective Services
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Objective Company Overview: Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation has...

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Security Site Supervisor

  • Harvard Protective Services
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Objective Company Overview: Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation has...

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Security Field Supervisor -38007

  • Harvard Protective Services
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Objective Company Overview: Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation has...

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Field Supervisor

  • Johnson Security Bureau, Inc.
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Field Supervisor Locations: New York City (Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens) and White Plains Work Type: Full-Time Employment Available Pay Rate: Competitive pay-rate rate of $26.00/hour with...

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Security Daytime Shift Supervisor

  • GardaWorld
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Daytime Shift Supervisor Location: Brooklyn, NY Pay Rate: $19.75 Shift & Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Who is GardaWorld? GardaWorld is the world's largest privately-owned security...

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Safety Supervisor

  • Beacon Mobility
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Leesel Transportation Corp. About the Role The safety supervisor is responsible for ensuring that employees within the organization comply with safety programs that guide the transportation...

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Security Supervisor

  • Alliance Ground International
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Job Description: Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, safety-obsessed aviation environment? As an Aircraft Security Supervisor, you will be responsible for a wide range of...

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Security Shift Supervisor Driving Position

  • Allied Universal
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview: Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic,...

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Security Shift Supervisor - Television Network

  • Allied Universal
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview: Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic,...

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Security Daytime Shift Supervisor

  • Garda World Security
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Daytime Shift Supervisor Location: Brooklyn, NY Pay Rate: $19.75 Shift & Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Who is GardaWorld? GardaWorld is the worlds largest privately-owned security services company....

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Security Supervisor

  • SBH Health System Bronx
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Supervision of Patrol and Surveillance: Oversee and coordinate routine patrols of hospital buildings, facilities, and grounds to detect and deter potential security threats....

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Security Shift Supervisor - Transitional Shelter - Long Island City

  • Allied Universal
  • Long Island City, NY (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Company Overview: Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic,...

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Senior Security Officer

  • New Jersey Institute of Technology
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Patrolling throughout the University to detect safety hazards and criminal activity including but not limited to patrolling assigned area; preventing unauthorized persons from entering grounds and buildings...

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Demographic Data for Elizabeth, NJ

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Elizabeth, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
9.7%
Some College
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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